Mushrooms are classified as vegetables in the food world, but they are not.

As we saw above they belong to the fungi kingdom. Although they are not vegetables, mushrooms offer several important nutritional benefits.

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The Most Important Nutritional Benefits of Mushrooms

1. They are low in calories, fat, cholesterol, and salt

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2. They are a good source of B-complex vitamins, such as the Riboflavin, needed to produce red blood cells, Pantothenic acid for the nervous system and Niacin for healthy skin and healthy digestive system.

∼∼∼3. They are rich in Selenium, which acts as an antioxidant for the body protecting against cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and offers anti-aging and immune protective action.

∼∼∼4. They contain high levels of Ergothioneine, an antioxidant that can only be taken up by mushrooms, as they are the only organisms that can synthesize it.

∼∼∼5. One serving can cover up to 10% of our daily potassium needs, which is necessary for the balance of fluids and minerals in our body.

∼∼∼6. They are the exception to the rule that plant foods are poor in vitamin D, as they contain vitamin D2 that supports our skeletal system.

∼∼∼7. The high levels of polyphenols and carotenoids they contain contribute to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action.